The Plain Tree

Copyright AJ Steel 2011

The plain tree stands

tall and proud

in summer when

the sun comes out.

Her branches are wide

and filled to brim,

with big green leaves

inviting the sun to come in.

But summer days

give way to rain,

to snow and sleet

and winters wicked ways.

Her leaves turn a golden brown

falling to the ground

like a feathered pillow

with it's stuffing being pulled out.

It's a casual assumption she'll make it through,

with all the hostility that winter can throw at you.

Every day she manages to survive

While she waits on warm sunny skies.